CVE-2024-44171
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44171 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7 and iPadOS 17.7, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, watchOS 11. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7 and iPadOS 17.7, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, watchOS 11. An attacker with physical access to a locked device may be able to Control Nearby Devices via accessibility features.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.7 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 17.7 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 11.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121240Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121246Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121250Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44171?
This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7 and iPadOS 17.7, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, watchOS 11. An attacker with physical access to a locked device may be able to Control Nearby Devices via accessibility features.
How severe is CVE-2024-44171?
CVE-2024-44171 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44171?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-44171?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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